Solo drivers only for PCA
05-20-2020, 10:03 AM
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Self tech, that's just a bad idea. Can't tell you how many cars have come thru my tech inspections that the owners thought were tip top, yet had brake fluid 2+ years old, mis matched worn tires, practically no brake pads, etc, etc...
05-20-2020, 10:04 AM
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I may end up joining you at LRP if I don't go to Mid-O.
Are you staying in a hotel or camping or what? Did you book a hotel?
05-20-2020, 10:05 AM
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Absolutely going to be a problem if self tech is the new MO. Could lead to some really bad things happening while at speed.
05-20-2020, 10:42 AM
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I'm registered for Mid-O with OVR that Friday -Sunday, but that may or may not happen. I don't know yet. Not really crazy about doing the long tow thing just yet.
I may end up joining you at LRP if I don't go to Mid-O.
Are you staying in a hotel or camping or what? Did you book a hotel?
I may end up joining you at LRP if I don't go to Mid-O.
Are you staying in a hotel or camping or what? Did you book a hotel?
05-20-2020, 11:05 AM
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05-20-2020, 11:46 AM
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05-20-2020, 11:49 AM
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IN my experience running tech - the most issues come up with people who say "I own a shop" - and "I handled the tech." Those are the cars we look at the hardest, and where we always find an issue.
05-20-2020, 12:08 PM
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05-20-2020, 01:04 PM
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Not sure I completely get the significance of it being a company person or not. I guess looking at it, it has been a mix. When working, the person next to me is another employee, but it is difficult to put "rules" in place that protect us like plexi shields and the like. On the way to and from this work, I have had to sit next to/near non employees that are complete strangers. You are correct, I do not go out as if nothing is amiss. As I mentioned, awareness and attention to detail are important. I think those are two things that can be easily practiced in a DE environment. Nope, did not forget about shared comms. Some crew bring their own (myself included), most use the headset in the aircraft. Again, awareness and attention to detail. Some clorox wipes handle many of these chores. Awareness and attention to detail. Two things that a student should be learning anyway. What better way to reinforce the lesson that the threat of death?? 
The good thing about this is, no one HAS to participate. If the comfort level is not there for you, it is simply a "pass". Our local track was going to open after the governor green lighted the start of the opening process. A local PCA member went on a blistering rant on social media towards the lads that run the track. 100% support his right to choose. 0% support his right to choose for me.
The good thing about this is, no one HAS to participate. If the comfort level is not there for you, it is simply a "pass". Our local track was going to open after the governor green lighted the start of the opening process. A local PCA member went on a blistering rant on social media towards the lads that run the track. 100% support his right to choose. 0% support his right to choose for me.In many regions instructors are allowed to self-tech. I agree that no one who does not have a lot of days under their belt should self-tech.
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05-20-2020, 02:06 PM
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A couple of weeks ago our tech team had a zoom meeting, we came up with Idea of a literal "Drive thru" for tech. At the end of the Registration table there will be a sheet of paper with instructions.. The car will be "track ready" Drive up with mask on, release trunk hood. One person designated to ask question to driver,(Driver does not get out of the car) and two other techs on the opposite end of the car checking pads, tires ect.. Anyone with issues gets sent to the penalty box for further review so others can continue on.. Might have some bugs to work out but I think it might actually get cars through tech faster. As far as "pre-DE" tech some shops are offering free tech due to the current climate.
05-20-2020, 03:56 PM
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If they charge, tip 'em anyway. It's really tough right now. For many shops.
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05-20-2020, 03:58 PM
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05-20-2020, 04:49 PM
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The private groups I drive with in Canada don't even have a tech form; they leave it up to you to make sure your car is track-worthy.
05-20-2020, 07:38 PM
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